House Sitting in University District, Minneapolis, MN
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Top rated University District house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“This was our first time using Rover and Lauren was absolutely great. Our two senior dogs loved her and she did a fantastic job of keeping us updated about everything while we were away. We will check with Lauren first in the future whenever we need a sitter.”
“This is our second time booking Sam - Sam provided daily updates with photos, clearly gave lots of cuddles and time to our babies while we were away. House looks great and she is a phenomenal sitter, we trust her and our dogs enjoy her company, walks, and play time while she's here.”
“Karina was so incredibly patient with my senior dog who is beyond anxious. I got lots of updates and cute pictures and I’d absolutely entrust my girl in her hands again! Thanks Karina!”
“Courtney is fantastic and was able to help me out with an evening walk (last minute) as well as sitting for my Shiba during the week I was out of town. My place was exactly as I left it, and I came home to a happy Shibe. Courtney was great with communication and overall super easy to work with. Would absolutely recommend.”
“Emily did a great job. Our dog was relaxed and happy when we returned and she left the house cleaner than I left it! She sent updates with lots of photos. We’ll certainly book with Emily again.”
“Amelia was fantastic. We will 100% be booking with her again. She took great care of our baby while we were away and took amazing care of the house. The house was cleaner than when we left it. She took pics daily and gave us a daily report. We are so lucky we found Amelia to watch our Willow. Thank you so much, Amelia!”
“Lilah was wonderful. We hired her for Xmas Eve and we felt 100% comfortable leaving our 7 month old puppy in her great hands. We met her about a week before our scheduled time and I immediately felt comfortable having her in our home and more important watching Remy. We talked about expectations (we just wanted her to hang out with Remy) and what we expected from her (just to hang out). Day of, she had taken him for a walk (wasn’t required) and sent me some pictures and we just touched base a couple of times to be sure SHE was okay!! Super happy with her and so thankful she was willing to watch Remy while my family gathered for Xmas Eve!”
“Jenna stayed with our Kenzie for 5 days and she did an amazing job! Her communication before and during the stay was proactive and she sent lots of cute pics! She walked her everyday and spent lots of time with her. When we got home, Kenzie was happy and the house was very clean! We will have Jenna back and we are thrilled we found her on Rover!”
“Did a wonderful job with our senior dog who needs quite a bit of assistance with meds and mobility. Very responsive and kept us updated all weekend. Definitely recommend!”
“Sergio was great! He did in-home dog care for our two dogs and followed the schedule, walked them every day, and cleaned the house before we got home. His calm energy was perfect for our quirky furry guys. Highly recommend him for your pet sitting needs!”
“It's always a good sign when the pups are happy to see you, and also sad to see Erin go. Erin always takes wonderful care of my pups and they are always sad to see her go!”
“Shykala did a great job with our dog! He had some nervousness being with a new person and she handled things really well and took good care of him.”
“Leaving our energetic standard poodle with Jessica felt like we were leaving him with a close friend. We were away for two weeks and we didn’t worried about him once. Jessica kept in touch just the right amount and from her texts and photos we could see that Charley was get plenty of exercise and love and he likes a lot of both. We and Charley look forward to having her dog sit again.”
About: I grew up in a bit of a zoo; from dogs and cats, to birds, hedgehogs, and lizards, I’ve loved and cared for a wide range of pets. I’m excited to provide your pet with the care they need in the way you want! I currently work full-time, so I have evenings and weekends fully available for pet care. I am available after 5:30 pm M-F, and all day weekends. I can also provide overnight care any day of the week. I recognize that inviting a stranger into your home can be scary, so I really like to work with clients to identify your needs and ways I can make you and your pet comfortable.
“Margaret did such a great job helping our dog feel happy and safe at home while we were away. We really appreciated the frequent update photos and videos, and we came home to a clean yard and happy pup!”
“Aimee was great with our two dogs, communicating with us while we were gone and taking care of the house. The dogs actually cried less than they ever have when we got home which tells me they really liked her because they didn’t miss us so much. We will for sure reach out again.”
“Rachel is a natural with animals. I feel like you could throw her into any situation and she'd be great! She's thoughtful, trustworthy, and leaves your pups happy and content!”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Lauren B.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover and Lauren was absolutely great. Our two senior dogs loved her and she did a fantastic job of keeping us updated about everything while we were away. We will check with Lauren first in the future whenever we need a sitter.”
Samantha W.Star Sitter
“This is our second time booking Sam - Sam provided daily updates with photos, clearly gave lots of cuddles and time to our babies while we were away. House looks great and she is a phenomenal sitter, we trust her and our dogs enjoy her company, walks, and play time while she's here.”
Nyree Karina A.
“Karina was so incredibly patient with my senior dog who is beyond anxious. I got lots of updates and cute pictures and I’d absolutely entrust my girl in her hands again! Thanks Karina!”
Courtney T.Star Sitter
“Courtney is fantastic and was able to help me out with an evening walk (last minute) as well as sitting for my Shiba during the week I was out of town. My place was exactly as I left it, and I came home to a happy Shibe. Courtney was great with communication and overall super easy to work with. Would absolutely recommend.”
Emily U.
Star Sitter
“Emily did a great job. Our dog was relaxed and happy when we returned and she left the house cleaner than I left it! She sent updates with lots of photos. We’ll certainly book with Emily again.”
Amelia O.Star Sitter
“Amelia was fantastic. We will 100% be booking with her again. She took great care of our baby while we were away and took amazing care of the house. The house was cleaner than when we left it. She took pics daily and gave us a daily report. We are so lucky we found Amelia to watch our Willow. Thank you so much, Amelia!”
Lilah F.Star Sitter
“Lilah was wonderful. We hired her for Xmas Eve and we felt 100% comfortable leaving our 7 month old puppy in her great hands. We met her about a week before our scheduled time and I immediately felt comfortable having her in our home and more important watching Remy. We talked about expectations (we just wanted her to hang out with Remy) and what we expected from her (just to hang out). Day of, she had taken him for a walk (wasn’t required) and sent me some pictures and we just touched base a couple of times to be sure SHE was okay!! Super happy with her and so thankful she was willing to watch Remy while my family gathered for Xmas Eve!”
Jenna S.Star Sitter
“Jenna stayed with our Kenzie for 5 days and she did an amazing job! Her communication before and during the stay was proactive and she sent lots of cute pics! She walked her everyday and spent lots of time with her. When we got home, Kenzie was happy and the house was very clean! We will have Jenna back and we are thrilled we found her on Rover!”
Iuliia H.Star Sitter
“Did a wonderful job with our senior dog who needs quite a bit of assistance with meds and mobility. Very responsive and kept us updated all weekend. Definitely recommend!”
Sergio H.Star Sitter
“Sergio was great! He did in-home dog care for our two dogs and followed the schedule, walked them every day, and cleaned the house before we got home. His calm energy was perfect for our quirky furry guys. Highly recommend him for your pet sitting needs!”
Brooke L.Star Sitter
“Brooke was a great house, dog & cat sitter. She was detailed in her updates and sent many photos making us feel comfortable so far away from our pets.”
Erin B.Star Sitter
“It's always a good sign when the pups are happy to see you, and also sad to see Erin go. Erin always takes wonderful care of my pups and they are always sad to see her go!”
Shykala B.Star Sitter
“Shykala did a great job with our dog! He had some nervousness being with a new person and she handled things really well and took good care of him.”
jessica k.Star Sitter
“Leaving our energetic standard poodle with Jessica felt like we were leaving him with a close friend. We were away for two weeks and we didn’t worried about him once. Jessica kept in touch just the right amount and from her texts and photos we could see that Charley was get plenty of exercise and love and he likes a lot of both. We and Charley look forward to having her dog sit again.”
Sydney S.
“Sydney is a loving and caring cat mom! Sydney has watched and taken care of my dog Gumbo many times, and Gumbo is always excited to see her again. She is reliable, responsive, and kind. I fully trust her to care for my pets.”
Olivia E.
“Olivia did a great job dog sitting for me while I was away for the weekend. My dogs were very happy and well taken care of- would highly recommend ☺️”
Margaret S.
“Margaret did such a great job helping our dog feel happy and safe at home while we were away. We really appreciated the frequent update photos and videos, and we came home to a clean yard and happy pup!”
Aimee A.
“Aimee was great with our two dogs, communicating with us while we were gone and taking care of the house. The dogs actually cried less than they ever have when we got home which tells me they really liked her because they didn’t miss us so much. We will for sure reach out again.”
Rachel K.
“Rachel is a natural with animals. I feel like you could throw her into any situation and she'd be great! She's thoughtful, trustworthy, and leaves your pups happy and content!”
Cassidy A.
“Did a great job watching our dogs and rats! Very punctual over text and answered any questions we had!”
University District pet parents share their Rover experiences
Joy was a wonderful pet sitter! She cared for my cat and two dogs for about a week and did an excellent job. She was professional, communicative, and very sweet with the animals. The dogs loved their walks and snuggle time with her, and the old skittish cat even warmed up and felt comfortable too. Everybody was well fed, exercised, and she even treated one of the dog’s ears for itching. I came home to a clean, tidy house, which I really appreciated. I would absolutely book Joy again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter.
5 stars! Adam was fantastic with my dogs while I was away. I came home to happy, well-cared-for pups and a tidy house. He was responsive and kept me in the loop with clear, friendly communication throughout his stay. Super reliable and easy to work with—would absolutely book him again and highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter. Thanks, Adam!
Second time booking Malka for dog sitting and it was just as great as the first. She provided timely updates, walked and spent time with my dog, and left my home just as clean as it was when she arrived. We will continue to book with her! She does such a great job :)
Brittney did a great job. Our puppy got sick and she took extra care to support him--reaching out to our vet, and prepping his bland diet. We loved the videos Brittney shared (she has some awesome soccer skills!) and we came back to our house just as we left it. We were in a remote area for our trip and couldn't do a lot of communicating, Brittney worked with our constraints and was a good communicator! Our puppy is not a great leash walker and she supported his exercise and engagement needs with dog parks and swimming (which he loves). We super appreciated that!
Jadyn was so wonderful taking care of our pets and home while we were away on a week-long family vacation. She obviously cares for and loves animals deeply and was very thorough in our meet-and-greet making sure she understood our pets’ needs. She also left an amazingly sweet note and surprise for our five-year-old daughter which made returning from our trip that much more magical. 100% will be booking with her again! :)
Lillian did such a great job watching my cat! He was so happy to have her company and I could tell he was well cared for. She was thoughtful, reliable and sent daily updates with pictures. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and attentive sitter!
Olivia has proven herself to be a reliable, dedicated, and generally awesome caretaker for our finicky dogs and cat while we were away, allowing us to enjoy our trip without worrying about a thing! We hope she is available the next time we have to head out of town, as she will be our go-to for any check-ins or pet sitting. We would recommend her without hesitation!
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in University District.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. University District house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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